This isn’t a typical end of year wrap-up episode!

No highlights. No lessons wrapped in pretty quotes. No generic “what a year” crap!

In this final episode of Season 2 of the YGC Podcast, Marie and I are reconciling 2025 as it actually was. What worked. What didn’t. And what quietly separated the businesses that grew from the ones that stayed stuck.

We’ve coached salon and clinic owners all year and worked closely with industry partners. We didn’t just listen to what people said they were doing. We watched what changed behaviour, shifted revenue, stabilised teams and built real momentum.

This episode unpacks the common traits, mindset shifts and strategies we saw in successful clients again and again. And if you’re paying attention, it also becomes your crystal ball into 2026.

Use this as your mental and emotional prep for what’s coming next, and for the Mindset Shift Masterclass.

https://link.yourgrowthcoaches.com.au/mindsetshift-26-sm

In this episode, we unpack:

• The identity shifts that came before growth

• The mindset patterns behind stable, profitable businesses that grew in 2025

• Why rhythm and consistency replaced motivation

• Our top 2 growth strategies from clients and why

• Our top 2 industry partners and why

It’s a ‘fly on the wall’ view into our industry from the perspective of a coaching company

Jay & Marie x

Halima Dandan is the founder of Dermaclear Clinic and Dermal Code, leading with over 23 years of clinical experience and a commitment to setting higher standards in skin health. Through her boutique clinic and professional product and device range, she delivers results-driven treatments, education and innovation for both clients and industry professionals.

Marie and Helima talk personal branding, making the most of the clients you have already got and skin health education.

Dermal Code Podcast Exclusive:

To celebrate the launch of our new 400g Pro Size Sculpt & Glow Balm, approved stockists will receive an extra discount on top of wholesale pricing.

Clinics just need to complete the wholesale stockist form to unlock the offer.

www.dermalcode.com.au

Dermaclear clinic socials https://www.instagram.com/dermaclearclinic

From buccal massage facials to features in Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, and even taking out the ABIA Educator of the Year, she is here, there and everywhere!

Isabella Loneragan is the multi-award-winning founder of The Skinformé Academy – a  world-class facial and facial massage training institution designed to elevate hands-on skin therapy and moreover, guide touch therapists to turn their skills into thriving businesses. With more than 20 years of industry experience, Isabella also runs the Isabella Loneragan Skin clinic in Bowral and Sydney NSW, and is a celebrated product formulator, corporate speaker and media commentator.

Join Marie and Isabella talking pricing, education, struggles, leadership….. SO MUCH!

Follow Isabella on Instagram here- https://www.instagram.com/isabellaloneragan

In this episode, I sit down with clinic owner, author and founder of Transforming Beauty, Robyn McAlpine – recently named Humanitarian of the Year 2025!

We talk about resilience, purpose and how making an impact doesn’t have to wait until you’ve “made it.” Robyn shares how small acts can create massive ripples, and how her work through Transforming Beauty empowers young women rescued from trafficking in India to rebuild their lives through education, beauty therapy, and self-worth.

This one’s a reminder that we all have the power to make a difference – in our communities, in our businesses, and in ourselves – often in ways far bigger than we realise.

P.S You can donate now at https://robynmcalpine.com/transforming-beauty Even a little goes a LONG WAY!

For years I thought making money in business was just about working harder. I was flat out busy but my team weren’t and even though the salon looked successful, the numbers told a different story.

What I eventually realised is that generating revenue is a skill. It’s something you can learn and get really good at, just like perfecting a colour correction or a facial treatment.

In this episode, I’m sharing the moments that changed how I think about money, confidence and backing myself to create income instead of waiting for it.

If you’re listening in October, November or December, this is prime time to make serious cash. But even if that season has passed, this episode will remind you that any time is the right time to step off the floor, work on the business and build the confidence to generate money on purpose.

Let’s get into it.

Want to go deeper?! Join Jay, Kayla and Rachel in our EPIC Masterclass on this very topic! 

https://link.yourgrowthcoaches.com.au/christmas-masterclass-130548

We know. It’s the stuff that makes your eyes glaze over. But ignoring this side of your business can cost you big time.

In this episode, we break down the basics of tax, super and workcover in a way that actually makes sense. No jargon, no lectures. Just straight-up advice to help you stay out of trouble and keep more of what you earn.

If you’ve ever felt confused, overwhelmed or just completely in the dark about your obligations as a salon or clinic owner, this episode will clear the fog.

P.S The Financial Glow Up is now live

If you want to actually understand your numbers, pay yourself properly and stop winging it with your finances, come join us.

👉https://link.yourgrowthcoaches.com.au/thefinancialglowup-course

My spicy guest is a copywriter who knows exactly how to make your words work harder, connect with the right clients and keep your brand feeling fresh. 

We’ll talk about how ChatGPT can be a powerful tool without making you sound like everyone else and what really matters when it comes to building a message that cuts through the noise.

Who the heck is Rachel? 

Rachel Medlock is a copywriter, beauty industry expert, and the go-to wordsmith for brands who want copy that connects, not content that reads like it was lifted from a textbook. 

With over a decade of experience and more than 250 brands under her belt, Rachel specialises in crafting strategic, personality-driven copy for the beauty, aesthetics, and wellness space. From websites to social captions, treatment menus to emails, her words help brands find their voice and grow their impact.

Beyond her work in beauty, Rachel runs an advocacy-led brand for neurodiverse children, with her debut children’s book selling out within hours of release. 

When she’s not deep in deadlines, you’ll find Rachel navigating mum life with her son Sonny, filming viral reels starring her pug Peppa, or planning her family's next Disneyland detour.

To learn more about how Rachel can support your brand, visit www.rachelmedlockcopywriting.com.au

If the thought of raising your prices makes you break out in a sweat, or you feel guilty every time you look at your bank account, you’re not alone. Money trauma is real, and it’s probably running the show more than you realise.

In this episode, we dive into the messy, emotional side of money and how your past might be shaping your pricing, spending, and self-worth today. We’ll help you unpack the stories you’ve been telling yourself and give you a new way to think about money that actually serves your business.

The Financial Glow Up is now live!

If you’re ready to shift your money mindset, grow your profit and finally feel in control of your numbers, jump in now.

👉https://link.yourgrowthcoaches.com.au/thefinancialglowup-course

Think you’ve got a money problem? Think again. Most salon and clinic owners aren’t undercharging or overspending, they’ve just got a bucket full of holes. In this episode, we break down the 7 biggest leaks that drain your profit without you even realising.

From pricing gaps to stock blowouts to team inefficiencies, we’re exposing the hidden areas that silently sabotage your cash flow. If you’re working hard but wondering where the hell your money is going, this episode is your wake-up call.

P.S Want help plugging the leaks for good?

Marie's ‘Financial Glow Up’ program will show you how to fix the holes and finally grow your profit with confidence.

👉https://link.yourgrowthcoaches.com.au/thefinancialglowup-course

When your body or brain taps out before your business does, it’s a whole different kind of burnout. In this episode, we talk openly about Kerry’s experiences stepping back from the floor because of mental health struggles and cancer diagnoses. 

This is for anyone who’s ever thought, “But what happens if I can’t keep going?” We share strategies to help you build a business that’s not fully dependent on you being behind the chair or bed every day, and how to put the right financial systems in place now before you have to.

P.S Help is available, Please visit https://www.lifeline.org.au/ for confidential support

PP.S If this hit home, the Financial Glow Up is live now!

It’s not just about numbers. It’s about freedom. Join us to create a business that supports you back.

https://link.yourgrowthcoaches.com.au/thefinancial-glowupeoi